Overview The Cyber Security & Digital Operations Division at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join our Advanced Introspection & Analytics team. We are seeking someone with a passion for cyber security who strives to deeply understand our adversaries and their associated tools, tactics, procedures, and goals. This team member will be focused on our Threat Hunting capability. As a member of our Cyber Security Operations group, you will develop innovative analytics and detection solutions and proactively hunt and respond to adversary actions against PNNL. Responsibilities Responsibilities include: Collaborate with Threat Intelligence & Threat Hunting team members to understand and prioritize potential threats and incidents. Conduct in-depth analysis of security alerts, anomalies, and potential breaches to determine their nature and severity. Utilize advanced threat hunting techniques to proactively search for signs of compromise within our network, systems, and cloud resources. Research and stay updated on emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and vulnerabilities to enhance threat detection methods. Provide timely and accurate reporting on threat findings, trends, and incidents to management and stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement recommended security measures and remediation strategies. Assist in the creation and enhancement of threat hunting playbooks and procedures. Participate in incident response activities as needed, providing technical expertise and insights into threat behaviors. Contribute to the refinement of the organization's threat intelligence framework. Occasional weekend or evening “on-call” duties may be required to include rotational support schedules as well as infrequent, ad hoc emergency incident response coordination. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 2 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA -OR- PhD Preferred Qualifications: Strong peer leadership, interpersonal, collaborative, and customer relationship skills with the ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization Understanding of the cyber kill chain or attack vectors, red teaming and proactive cyber adversary hunting Understanding of general cybersecurity principles, various technology solutions, and threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures Knowledge of foundational threat intelligence principles with a demonstrated understanding of how to apply them Experience using the MITRE ATT&CK framework Ability to rapidly learn and understand the application and impact of advanced and emerging technical security principles, theories, and concepts Ability to conduct incident response lifecycle activities across detection & analysis, investigation & response, and recovery Working independently and leading collective team efforts to develop theories, ideas, and concepts around cyber security methodologies Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not Applicable. Additional Information This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B. Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP). Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated. Testing Designated Position This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program. About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected]. Drug Free Workplace PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. Mandatory Requirements Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. 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